FACT: While on the go, viruses that cause the cold and flu can sometimes spread from person to person.
The cold winter months often add to your susceptibility of catching a cold or flu. Colds and flu viruses thrive in cold, dry air. Wherever you go, however you get there, you always have traveling companions -- germs. As you run around the crowded malls shopping or traveling to visit friends and family you are being exposed to hundreds of viruses. Learn how to take action to minimize the spread of germs and illness for your family while out and about or at the workplace.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
No matter where your travels takes you, germs are there - on the phone, handrails, ATM pad and on restaurant menus. While you can't see them, germs can cause a cold, virus or even the flu.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
Hotel Room TV Remote The first thing most people do once they settle in at a hotel is to grab the remote control and switch on the TV-along with hundreds of other guests who've stayed there. Clean the remote control, phone, clock radio, door handles, and light switches with antibacterial wipes to reduce the risk of picking up the germs.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
Office Coffee Pots Dripping With Disease. Your office coffee pot and mug may have been cleaned with a sponge dripping with germs. Hang on to your own mug, and use a dishwasher when it's time to clean it.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
Telephone and Desks - Top hot spots for bacteria at the workplace are telephones, desks and computer keyboards. Make sure to frequently clean these items and surfaces with a disinfecting wipe.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
Don't Touch the First Floor Elevator Button! In an elevator, the first-floor button harbors the most germs because more people touch it than any other button.
How to stay healthy while out and about or at the workplace
Public Transportation - Viruses that cause the cold and flu can spread from person to person. While on the bus, subway or train, try not to touch things with your bare hands.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
1. Wash your hands frequently. Hand washing is the #1 way to help prevent illness and is especially important when traveling because of the potential of being exposed to new and unfamiliar germs and viruses. When soap and water aren't available, alcohol-based hand sanitizers are a good substitute like LYSOL® Healthy Touch™ Gentle Hand Sanitizer Foam.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
2. Keep hands away from your face. Most viruses and other germs are transmitted when you touch an infected surface, and then rub your eyes or nose. Germs can live for a long time on surfaces like doorknobs, desks, and tables. Make sure to have tissues readily available when traveling or out and about.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
3. Public bathrooms. Public bathrooms, especially in crowded airports or train stations, can be breeding grounds for germs. Use the first stall if it's available (it tends to be the least used) and use your foot to flush instead of your hand. Use a paper towel to turn off the water faucet and use your sleeve or paper towel to open the restroom door.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
4. Cough correctly. The old wisdom of covering your cough with your hands is now frowned upon. Coughing into your elbow is better manners; a cough trapped by your hands ensures that germs are transferred to the next surface your hands touch.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
5. Make sleep a top priority. Although it can be difficult while you're traveling, get the kids and yourself to bed on time. When you're tired, your immune system is weakened and you may not fight off germs as effectively as a well-rested person.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
6. Eat fruits and vegetables every day. It may take more effort to include them in your diet while traveling, but doing so will greatly increase the nutrient content in your diet, help stay hydrated, and prevent constipation.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
7. Stay hydrated. It's easy to get dehydrated while traveling. Bring bottled water everywhere you go and drink frequently. Being well hydrated will help regulate your digestive systems, give you more energy, and flush any germs you may catch out of your system.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
9. Pack sanitizing wipes in your bag. Use them on shopping cart handles, less than charming toilet seats, your hotel doorknob, and any surface that may harbor germs.
While out and about this winter follow these 10 tips:
10. When you are sick or have flu symptoms, stay home, get plenty of rest, and check with a health care provider as needed. Keeping your distance from others may protect them from getting sick.
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